Advanced Maternal Age: Pregnancy After 35
When a woman becomes pregnant past the age of 35, she is considered to be of advanced maternal age. But, what exactly does that mean? And what type of effects can age have on the health of your unborn child?
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Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
Having chiropractic adjustments can help release pressure from your growing belly and even improve your overall childbirth experience. What are the most common pregnancy discomforts treated with chiropractic care? Are there any risks to mom and baby?
Childbirth Choices: Planned Homebirths
We're launching a new series all about your choices of how to birth your baby. In this episode, we're learning all about planned homebirths. What typically happens during a homebirth and how can you better prepare to have the best experience possible?
Preeclampsia: Symptoms and Treatment
Tired of peeing in a cup every time you have an OB/GYN appointment? They're testing for increased protein in your urine which may be a sign of preeclampsia. So, what is preeclampsia and how can it impact your pregnancy? If untreated, how could it affect you and your baby?
Gender Prediction: Fact Vs. Fiction
Are you having a boy or girl? The question is inevitable the moment you announce your pregnancy. But just how reliable are the tests we use to reveal a baby's gender?
The Benefits of Professional Birth Photography
We don't think twice when hiring photographers to capture life's most precious moments, so why not hire a professional birth photographer? Learn more about this process works and what you can expect throughout your labor and delivery experience.
Childbirth Preparation Methods: Hypnobirthing
Looking for a way to soar through your surges by relaxing the fear that tenses your body and triggers pain during childbirth? Then you may want to try hypnobirthing. Learn the basics of this method before you sign up for a class.
Avoid These 5 Ingredients in Your Prenatal Vitamin
From the moment we find out we’re pregnant… we’re told we need to take these- prenatal vitamins. And it makes sense. We know our bodies are working overtime to make a tiny human. But what are these vitamins actually doing for us? What should we be looking for in a prenatal vitamin? And perhaps more importantly, what should we try to avoid? Today we’re learning all about the ingredients inside prenatal vitamins.
Healthy Body Image During Pregnancy
So much is happening with your body during pregnancy. It's easy to feel lost, confused and even frustrated by all these changes. How do you overcome feelings of doubt and insecurity during a time that's supposed to be hopeful and happy?
Planning a Baby Shower or Sprinkle
It's time to plan for your baby shower! But with so many choices to make, it's easy for the planning process to become more frustrating than fun. We'll explore some tips and tricks for celebrating your special day with family and friends.